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Hidden among the dense greenery of the Serra da Lousã, the Castle has stood since the 11th century, guarding the right bank of the Arouce River. Entry is free, as is parking, and the surroundings are pure enchantment. From here, there are trails that wind through schist villages, cross magical forests and reveal breathtaking viewpoints. A perfect starting point for those who enjoy running between history and nature.

Among the pine forests of the mountains, Chiqueiro appears like a time capsule: a tiny village where life still rhymes with silence and sheep. Only one couple lives there, in harmony with their flock and with the nature that surrounds everything. Two sloping streets wind between houses made of schist darkened by time, all bare of plaster, except for the little white chapel, which shines like a whisper of faith among the stones.

Hidden among pine forests, the village of Chiqueiro seems suspended in time. With just a couple of inhabitants and their large flock, it maintains a simplicity that nature embraces. Two steep streets wind between the dark slate houses, rustic and without plaster, except for the small chapel.

The photos say almost everything. An almost obligatory stopping point to observe the imposing landscape.

Arouce Castle, better known as Lousã Castle, can be visited free of charge. For the excellent view, it's worth climbing the tower.

Location with fantastic views over Lousã. Next to this place there is a point with drinking water and a public toilet, normally clean and well maintained. Congratulations to Lousã City Council.

Only a couple of inhabitants and their large flock seem to contradict the feeling that time has stood still here for a long time. The village is bordered by two small watercourses and hidden by the lush vegetation that surrounds it. It has a simple urban layout, basically organised into two steep streets flanked by houses. The predominant building material is dark schist, of rough construction and, with the exception of the chapel, no other buildings are plastered. On the way out of the village there is a small and very well-maintained picnic area, and one of the most spectacular viewpoints over the town of Lousã.